Halloween Recap

So I know some people don't agree with Halloween but I seriously have great memories. It is just time with my friends and warm memories.  I lived in a good neighborhood growing up and had lots of friends. Halloween was safe and fun. Even though times have changed I want the  boys and soon to be girl to experience it. We went to a trunk or treat at a friend's church and the kids played games and ate hot dogs and candy. It was actually called Light the Night for Jesus. We went on a hayride and they received a glow in the dark cross necklace with a wonderful story of shining their light for Jesus. We then went home to our crazy neighborhood--cars everywhere. People come to our neighborhood to trick or treat. We live in THAT neighborhood. It's cool and all but not safe to drive in. Anyways we were home and the kids were alseep by 9pm.  I will leave you all with a picture of our mummy and friendly blonde vampire.

Patience

Ok I am going to go insane. We have gotten lots of updated pictures and video of Disha. It has been a true blessing. With that comes excitement and the anticipation of going to get our precious daughter. Tonight I received news that some people have waited 10 months to get their court written/verbal guardianships from their NOC. We have only waited 4 months and I thought we might be close. The fact that I may have to wait lots longer is a blow that I am struggling to deal with. The verse that comes to mind is Roman 8:28 "And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them."  God knows best and HE has a plan.

Noah

We have been through a lot the past 2 wks with little Noah. He had his tonsils out and then 5 days later he hemorrhaged and we had to rush him to the ER for surgery at 2am to stop the bleeding. It was scary but he came thru like a champ and never whimpered. I am so proud of him.  Me... I was another story. He is doing lots better now. It sure is hard to keep a little 6 yr old boy from running around and playing--instructions from the Dr. At least we are on fall break and the kids aren't missing alot of school.

Imagine my surprise when I find a new picture of Jaron on facebook. It took me back. .. . I knew it was him but thought it was recent and for a moment I thought he was still on this earth and his death was a bad dream. I can't tell you the connection I have to him and it was evident when I saw this picture. I have to say it was great to see a picture of him looking so good. I love this picture because it's just so sweet. I love to see the ayah holding him. When you look at this picture please remember and think of 20 other kids with special needs that Sarah needs to bring to her Covenant homes ASAP. She is raising funds for this so if you need any info--please let me know. Here is her site on facebook http://www.facebook.com/schindia.

WE WANT LUCY HOME!!!

Ok we are trying this again. I wrote a blog post last night and it didn't post. AHH!!!! Anyways the title says it all. We are praying and praying for Lucy to be home by Christmas. We got our hopes up and a little too sure of ourselves when we received our NOC after 4 wks and we were quoted a possible wait time of 8-16 wks. Well this wk marks 8wks for a court date. We were quoted 8-16 wks for this as well. We have to keep reminding ourselves that God wants Lucy home with us (her family) more than we do. It's just very hard and I don't think people realize it. I have been ok until the past few days and it has just caught up to me. I have a child that needs their mom. I kiss my boys to sleep every night and I wonder if anyone kisses her goodnight. I know Mike feels the same way. I honestly try not to discuss it because I feel like I will fall apart if so.

 We really need patience. This reminds me of a song: While I'm Waiting by John Waller.

Pray for us.

Catch Up

So it's been a while since my last update. I am not good at this blogging thing and I have to be in the right mood to write a post. The good news is that we have had a lot of things happen since my last post. We received NOC and now we are just waiting to pass the local court. We may be able to go get Lucy in 4 months. Wouldn't that be awesome?? I have an appt to get my shots next Wednesday at the travel clinic.

The most awesome thing  is I met someone online 2 days before they left to go pick up their child in India that just happened to be in the same orphanage as Lucy. She and her husband met Lucy and send us video. You have no idea how many times we have watched that footage. She is just the cutest thing. Big bright eyes. Mike also has gotten her room done. Once we take pictures I will post them on here.

Another amazing thing is that Mike is part of the team that is going to rebuild Steven Curtis Chapman's house. He got to meet him and his wife yesterday and tell them about our Lucy and Hayden and Noah. They are praying for us and so very nice.

Right now we are waiting to pass court so if you feel led please say a prayer.

Until next time. . .

Think PINK!!!

Yes you read right--It's a girl!!! We officially accepted a referral for a precious little girl from India. Not sure if we are allowed to mention where specifically she is from so I'll save that for later. I will tell you that she is 2 &1/2 and she is just precious. Her lips, her mouth, her skin. . .  it's all just perfect. Right now we are asking for prayers specifically for her heart to be open to us and for her to be at home with HER FAMILY by this Christmas---2011!!! 

I just can't express how excited we are. I sit and wonder all day long what she is doing and if she knows ---we are coming for her. Oh how wonderful that day will be.

We have lots to do--more paper work----prepare her room, buy her lots of clothes, and so many other things. The boys are so excited. My parents, Mike's parents, my sister, and friends are so excited.

I must be going. Thank you for your prayers and thoughts. Until next time.